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The Celeb Savant show is a weekly entertainment show hosted by Barret Edelstein. Each week we will have long-form career retrospective type interviews with celebrities namely, singers, actors and industry experts.

Celeb Savant


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    Latest episodes from Celeb Savant

    Introducing Maya Manuela

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 20:32


    Maya Manuela - an American emerging singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Maya explains that she gave up college to pursue music in Nashville, why she shifted away from creating country music, her creative process, and all about her debut album - American Doll. Website - www.mayamanuela.com Instagram - @mayamanuela_ TikTok - @mayamanuela YouTube - @mayamanuela

    The genre-fluid Tommy Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 34:19


    Tommy Champion - an American genre-fluid music producer, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and sound designer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Tommy explains how moving to New York, and co-founding Carriage House Studio has allowed him to collaborate with artists in every available genre. We also hear how creating in different genres has inspired Tommy to focus on his own music, and more about his latest projects. Website - www.tommychampion.com Instagram - @tommychampion.wav Facebook - @tommychampionmusic TikTok - @tommychampion.wav YouTube - @tommychampion.mp4

    From 'Sweethearts' to an upcoming artist - Ashleigh Watson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 19:29


    Ashleigh Watson - an Australian upcoming independent retro soul singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how Ashleigh joined the Motown soul band Sweethearts at the age of 14 until 22, where she was a mentor in the band, how studying jazz after school laid the foundation for the next phase of her career, and more about collaborating with Michael Cristiano for her latest project. Website - www.ashleighwatsonmusic.com Instagram - @ashleighwatsonmusic Facebook - @ashleighwatsonmusic YouTube - @AshleighWatsonMusic

    Lauri Ylönen from the multi-platinum The Rasmus

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2025 27:17


    Lauri Ylönen - a Finnish singer, songwriter, and musician from the multi-platinum selling band The Rasmus - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Lauri explains how, as a child, he started out playing piano and classical guitar, how the band was formed in 1994 when Lauri was 15 years old, how he became friends with and collaborated with Desmond Child, who wrote most of the songs he loved as a child, and all about the band's 11th studio album, Weirdo. Website - www.therasmus.com Instagram - @therasmusofficial Facebook - @therasmusofficial TikTok - @therasmusofficial YouTube - @TheRasmusOfficial

    Blanche from Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue... Vince Kelley

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 26:39


    Vince Kelley - an American singer, actor, and performer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Vince takes us through his journey from going to the School of Performing Arts in NYC, why he prefers being on stage compared to acting in front of the camera, what he loves about performing in live theatre and all about portraying Blanche in Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue... Website - www.goldengirlstour.com Instagram - @vincekelley @goldengirlstour Facebook - @goldengirlstour

    Charlotte Jackson Coleman on 'Secrets'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 27:41


    Charlotte Jackson Coleman - a British actress - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Charlotte tells us about studying journalism after school and being a successful television presenter on Sky Sports, ITV's 71 Degrees North, and more. We hear how having a role as a journalist on 'Keith Lemon: The Movie' allowed her to change her path and become a full-time actress, and about her latest project as Sammy on 'Secrets'. Instagram - @seecharlottej Twitter - @seecharlottej

    Singer and drummer Dynamyte

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2025 32:38


    Dynamyte - an American singer, songwriter, drummer and multi-instrumentalist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Dynamyte says she started performing with her brother at the age of 8 under the stage name Michael & Marisa. They performed in the USA for a decade, including opening for Ariana Grande, Cody Simpson, and more. We hear about how she has moved into her solo project, how she creates music, and what's next. Website - www.dynamyte.com Instagram - @dynamyte Twitter - @callmedynamyte TikTok - @dynamyteofficial YouTube - @Dynamyte

    Introducing Tilly Fenton

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 17:32


    Tilly Fenton - an Australian indie-pop singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Tilly explains how, as a child, she was taught classical piano, which she originally hated… but once she realised she could play her favourite songs, she started to enjoy it. We also hear how studying music and learning to play the guitar gave her the confidence to sing in front of others, about her creative process and more. Website - www.tillyfenton.com Instagram - @tilly.fenton TikTok - @tillyfent0n YouTube - @tillyfenton

    Grammy Award winner Toby Gad

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 25:43


    Toby Gad, a German-born and American-based 3 x Grammy, Diamond, and NAACP Award-winning producer and songwriter, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Toby talks about his award-winning career, which includes his first big break writing songs with his brother for the Milli Vanilli album, and how he creates songs - including massive hits for Fergie, Beyonce, John Legend and many more. We also hear about his latest project Piano Diaries, where Toby reimagines some of his biggest hits. Website - www.tobygad.com Instagram - @tobygadmusic Facebook - @toby.gad.7 Twitter - @tobygad TikTok - @tobygad YouTube - @tobygad

    From SA Idols to her latest EP Ms. Esau - Thapelo Esau

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 27:14


    Thapelo Esau - a South African singer, songwriter, and producer - joins us live in studio for this episode of Celeb Savant. Thapelo takes us on her journey, honing her craft at school, becoming a top 9 finalist on SA Idols, losing her singing voice after having surgery on her vocal chords, and how she rebuilt her confidence and regained her singing voice to ultimately release her latest EP - Ms. Esau. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts in Johannesburg, South Africa. Instagram - @thapelooesau Facebook - @IdolsSAThapeloEsau TikTok - @thapelooesau YouTube - @ThapeloEsau

    Award-winning independent artist Dimitris Nezis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 21:11


    Dimitris Nezis - a Greek independent singer, songwriter, and producer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We dive into Dimitris' award-winning career, which includes studying vocals and music theory, and releasing Greek music for over a decade before creating music in English. We also discuss the current music landscape and more! Website - www.dimitrisnezis.com Instagram - @dimitrisnezisofficial Facebook - @dimitrisnezisofficial Twitter - @dimitrisnezis TikTok - @dimitrisnezis YouTube - @dimitrisnezisofficial

    The music world of Nadia Sheikh

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 31:05


    Nadia Sheikh - a half British, half Spanish singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We dive into Nadia's music world, which includes seeing Avril Lavigne live on stage at the age of 12, which inspired her to follow a path in music. She also explains what a 'vomit demo' is, and the approach to writing songs in English and translating them into Spanish. Website - www.nadiasheikh.com Instagram - @nadiasheikhmusic Facebook - @nadiasheikhmusic Twitter - @NadiaSheikh_ TikTok - @nadiasheikhmusic YouTube - @nadiasheikhmusic

    Randall Abrahams on 'Both Sides'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 33:42


    Randall Abrahams - a South African media and entertainment executive and television personality - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Randall takes us on his multi-decade journey in the industry, touching on his time in radio (Good Hope FM, YFM), being MD at Universal Music Africa, his experience being a judge on Idols SA, and about his latest collaboration with eNCA... the podcast - Both Sides. Website - www.enca.com Instagram - @randall.tv Facebook - @eNCAnews Twitter - @tv_randall YouTube - @encanews

    Rising dance music star Lavinia

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 22:31


    Lavinia, an Italian-born and German-based rising dance music singer and songwriter, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Lavinia tells us that it was her dream to go to the Olympics as an artistic gymnast, how she nearly ended up in a wheelchair from falling from the parallel bars, and how a year after the accident she found creating music was also a passion, which she pursued to chart-topping success. Instagram - @laviniahope TikTok - @lavinia_music YouTube - @laviniahope

    Thuso Mbedu on 'Task'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 19:34


    Thuso Mbedu - a South African Emmy and Critics Choice Awards nominated actress - joins us from Los Angeles on this episode of Celeb Savant. Thuso explains the intention behind her performance is to bring healing through her craft, what she loves about portraying different characters, and how she researches for creating a character. We also hear all about her latest project, which is currently airing on Showmax - Task. Instagram - @thuso.mbedu Facebook - @tsonokwanda Twitter - @ThusoMbedu TikTok - @thuso.mbedu

    Born to Perform with Gemma Marinus

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 36:32


    Gemma Marinus - creative arts educational leader - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. She tells us about her journey in the industry, which includes performing on stage in productions such as Mamma Mia, and how her passion for teaching allowed her to transition into that space. We also hear about Stageworx, the performing arts school that she opened, and more about 'Born to Perform' 2025. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg, South Africa. Website - www.stageworx.co.za www.montecasino.co.za Instagram - @stageworx_ @howard_audio Facebook - @stageworxperformingarts @HowardMusicSA @gemmalouisedonnelly @montecasino Twitter - @montecasinoza YouTube - @howardmusic1 LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/gemma-marinus-227900231

    Britain's Got Talent winner - Jai McDowall

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 28:08


    Jai McDowall - a Scottish singer, songwriter, and Britain's Got Talent winner - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how Jai auditioned three times for X Factor UK, and as a last resort auditioned for Britain's Got Talent, how winning BGT in 2011 has allowed him to have a career in the industry, and more about what he is currently doing, which includes just having finished collaborating with G4. Website - www.jaimcdowallofficial.com Instagram - @jai_mcdowall Facebook - @JaiMcDowallMusic Twitter - @jai_mcdowall YouTube - @jaimcdowallmusic

    Dance icon Robin S

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 19:20


    Robin S - an American singer, artist, and dance icon - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Robin tells us about her first professional gig performing with a band… which helped her hone her craft as an entertainer, and the reason behind her stage name. We also discuss what the audience's perception of artists are, and more on her upcoming tour to South Africa in September/October 2025. Website - www.iamrobins.com Instagram - @iamtherobins Facebook - @officialrobins Twitter - @iamtherobins

    Introducing Run Remedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 27:44


    Run Remedy, an American-born, UK-based singer and songwriter, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. She tells us how she chose her stage name, how she started out playing violin in orchestra tours until an injury forced her to change her path, and how her debut album, Xtian Skate Night, focused on her coming out story and the conflict that arose from that, forcing her to leave her church. Website - www.runremedy.com Instagram - @runremedy Facebook - @runremedy Twitter - @runremedy TikTok - @runremedy YouTube - @runremedy8450

    Grammy and BET nominee Eric Roberson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 21:50


    Eric Roberson - an American singer, songwriter, producer, Grammy, and BET Award nominee - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how Eric deals with the hectiness of being on the road, how the failures and challenges have helped shape his success, and why he calls the current music business 'the attention business'. Website - www.ericrobersonmusic.com Instagram - @erro44 Facebook - @BlueErroSoul Twitter - @iamericroberson TikTok - @iamericroberson YouTube - @BlueErroSoul

    40 years of Mango Groove

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 25:29


    Claire Johnston - lead vocalist of the South African band Mango Groove - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear about Claire's journey, how she met and joined the band, what challenges they faced being a multi-racial band during apartheid in South Africa, how she has navigated the ups and downs of the industry, and more about the upcoming 40th anniversary concert in Johannesburg. Website - www.mangogroove.co.za Instagram - @mangogrooveofficial @clairejohnstonofficial Facebook - @Mango.Groove @mango.groove1 YouTube - @MangoGrooveOfficial

    The decades-long music journey of David Starr

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 22:55


    David Starr - an American singer, songwriter, and master guitarist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. David tells us about his multi-decade career in the music industry, which includes starting off being a singing drummer. He also explains how he turned to guitar, why he continues to make music, and more about his creative process. Website - www.davidstarrmusic.com Instagram - @davidstarrmusic Facebook - @DavidStarrMusic Twitter - @davidstarrmusic TikTok - @davidstarr_music YouTube - @DavidStarrMusic

    One to watch - Maya Amolo

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 16:42


    Maya Amolo - Kenyan singer, songwriter, producer and 'one to watch' - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Maya tells us how her professional career started when a colleague of a producer heard her singing in the bathroom at the studio. We also discuss her creative process and her thoughts about social media. Instagram - @mayaamolo Twitter - @mayaamolo TikTok - @themayaamolo YouTube - @mayaamolo

    SAFTA, SAMA & South African Hip Hop Awards winner - Rouge

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 34:39


    Rouge - a South African rapper, songwriter, singer, actress, SAFTA, SAMA, and South African Hip Hop Awards winner - joins us live in studio for this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how she chose her stage name, more about the ups and downs of her journey, her unusual creative process and why it's taken 7 years for her to release her sophomore album - Milk and Honey. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg, South Africa. Instagram - @rouge_rapper Facebook - @RougeRapper Twitter - @Rouge_Rapper TikTok - @rouge_rapper YouTube - @Rougerapper

    Founder of Indie label MPress Records - Rachael Sage

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 27:47


    Rachael Sage - an American singer, songwriter, and founder of Indie label MPress - joins us for a second time on this episode of Celeb Savant. We find out what Rachael has been up to since we last spoke, which includes her co-headlining tour with Kristen Ford. We also hear how she learned how not to worry about what other people think about her, and about her latest album - Canopy. Website - www.rachaelsage.com Instagram - @rachael_sage Facebook - @rachaelsagepage Twitter - @rachaelsage TikTok - @rachaelsage YouTube - @rachaelsage

    Platinum-selling Irish folk group The High Kings

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 25:50


    The High Kings - an Irish platinum-selling folk group's members Brian Dunphy and Paul O'Brien - join us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear about the origins of the band's name, how the band was formed, how they play 15 instruments between the four members (along with Finbarr Clancy and Darren Holden)… and more about their upcoming tour of Australia. Website - www.thehighkings.com Instagram - @thehighkingsofficial Facebook - @thehighkings Twitter - @TheHighKings TikTok - @thehighkingsofficial YouTube - @TheHighKingsOfficial

    Glass-necked fretless guitar creator Ned Evett

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 23:37


    Ned Evett - an American performer, songwriter, guitarist, and the glass-necked fretless guitar creator - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Ned tells us how, as a teenager, he was mentored by adults who recognised his guitar-playing talent, and how he mastered stage fright at the beginning of his career. He also explains what a fretless guitar is, and talks about his upcoming tour to South Africa. Website - www.nedevett.com Instagram - @nedevett Facebook - @Nedevett TikTok - @nedevettofficial YouTube - @nedevett

    Country rock artist - Laura Bryna

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2025 28:48


    Laura Bryna - an American country and rock artist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Laura dives into her journey in the entertainment world, which includes the role of giving back, how she loves collaborating with other songwriters, her collaborations with Common Tribe and Sam Feldt, and how her songwriting is inspired by the challenges in her life. Website - www.laurabryna.com Instagram - @laurabryna Facebook - @laurabryna TikTok - @laurabryna YouTube - @laurabryna

    Introducing LEØN TARØ

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 27:11


    LEØN TARØ - an English/Canadian producer, songwriter, and artist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how LEØN chose his stage name and how his foundation of studying music, DJing, and performing as a session drummer in arenas in the UK and Ireland inspired his artist project. We also hear why when artists, producers, and songwriters collaborate, it's like a therapy session for all involved. Website - www.leontaro.com www.richpilkington.com Instagram - @leontaromusic @richpilkington Facebook - @richard.pilkington Twitter - @_richpilkington TikTok - @leontaromusic

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    Australian singer and songwriter Flynn Gurry

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 22:50


    Flynn Gurry - an Australian singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Flynn tells us about how he started playing guitar at the age of 14, how he creates music, and why when he collaborates with other artists it helps keep his focus. We also hear about his experience with 'post-tour-blues' and what he loves about performing live. Website - www.flynngurry.com.au Instagram - @flynngurry Facebook - @flynngurrymusic TikTok - @flynngurry YouTube - @flynngurry

    The multi-faceted career of BandaBanda

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 49:22


    BandaBanda - a South African musician, producer, and creative entrepreneur - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. BandaBanda tells us about his multi-faceted career, which includes being a music producer, how he wears his A&R hat when producing, how he creates his own music and about his latest album - Zinza. We also hear how he uses the medium of music to be a connector. This episode was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts. Randburg, South Africa. Website - www.bandabandanow.com Instagram - @bandabandanow Facebook - @bandabandanow Twitter - @BandaBanda1 TikTok - @bandabandanow YouTube - @bandabandanow

    Over a billion Spotify streams - Cyril

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 11:14


    Cyril - an Australian producer and DJ with over a billion Spotify streams - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. The ARIA Award-nominated artist explains how he creates music, the difference between performing at a club compared to a festival, and more about his latest music. Instagram - @itsyaboyciz Facebook - @cyriljtl.riley.5 TikTok - @cyril_riley YouTube - @CYRILTHEPRODUCER

    Up-and-coming duo We Could Be Related

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 20:20


    We Could Be Related - a South African songwriting and production duo - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Aidin Nortje and Devon Murray explain how they chose the band's name, we hear their individual journeys in the music world, how the duo was formed, and more about their latest collaboration with Ben Rodrigues - Want Me. Website - www.wecouldberelated.com Instagram - @wecouldberelated Twitter - @wcbrtheband TikTok - @wecouldberelated YouTube - @wecouldberelated

    Actor and Director Christopher Lee-Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 33:53


    Christopher Lee-Power – a British actor and director – joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. He explains how, as a child, he was hospitalised for hyperactivity and speech problems, and how performing with other children sparked his journey to pursue the arts. We discuss the importance of an accent in the acting world, why Christopher loves acting, how he taps into the various characters he portrays, and more. Instagram - @christopherleepowerofficial TikTok - @chrisleepowerofficial

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    Lerato and Yakean from Lefokolodi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 23:22


    Lefokolodi - a South African punk/rock/metal band - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Lerato and Yakean tell us about their individual journeys leading up to the formation of the band, how they chose the band's stage name, their creative processes, and more about their latest EP - The Milk Was Finished Cos We Were Thirsty. Instagram - @lefokolodi Facebook - @LEFOKOLODI TikTok - @lefokolodi_band YouTube - @lefokolodiband

    Award winning artist - Allan Jay

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 29:50


    Allan Jay - a Scottish born and London based performer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Allan dives into his award-winning career (awards from Gten, LGBTQ Music Awards, and more), which includes starting off being trained in musical theatre and following his passion for being a successful artist. We discuss the current theatre industry landscape, and navigating being an openly gay artist in the music industry. Website - www.allanjay.com Instagram - @allanjay101 Facebook - @AllanJayMusic Twitter - @AllanJay101 YouTube - @AllanJay101

    Introducing Lab Rat

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2025 19:47


    Lab Rat - an Australian alt-grunge rock artist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how Lab Rat chose his stage name, how he was performing as a drummer in rock bands by the age of 14, how he was multi-skilled in various elements of performance as he couldn't find someone to do those tasks… and he tells us about the debut album - 'In The Walls, We Wait'. Instagram - @labrat_aus TikTok - @labrat_aus YouTube - @labrat_aus

    Up-and-coming DJ and Producer Luvstruck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 21:13


    Luvstruck, an up-and-coming British DJ and producer, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Luvstruck tells us how he chose his stage name, why he finds learning classical piano to be regimental, and how he feels about people loving his music. Barret Edelstein from Celeb Savant and Luvstruck bond over their past trauma of being bullied, and Luvstruck tells us what he has coming up next. Instagram - @luvstruck_official Facebook - @luvstruckmusic Twitter - @luvstruckmusic TikTok - @luvstruckofficial

    The collaboration of VScript and Luke Goliath

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 17:43


    VScript and Luke Goliath - VScript is an American Grammy-nominated songwriter, producer and A&R trailblazer, and Luke is a South African producer, songwriter and DJ. We hear about their individual journeys in the entertainment world, their creative processes, and all about their collaboration fusing New Orleans Bounce and Afro. Website - www.officialvscript.com Instagram - @vscript @lukegoliath Facebook - @vscriptmusic @lukesyngoliath Twitter - @VScript TikTok - @vscript @lukegoliathwav YouTube - @VScript504 @lukegoliath_

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    The various iterations of Cito

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 44:32


    Cito - a US-born South African singer, songwriter, producer, and actor - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. Cito explains how he learned bass guitar in order to join his first band, and we dive into the various iterations of his career, which include the bands Wonderboom, Absinthè, El Cantante, and Blvd Hvnny. He also shares what he enjoys about performing live and what's coming next. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg, South Africa. Website - www.wonderboom.co.za www.blvdhvnny.com Instagram - @cito1974 @wonderboomband @blvdhvnny @absinthe_za @el_cantante_trio Facebook - @cito1974 @wonderboomband @blvdhvnny @AbsintheSA @elcantantetrio Twitter - @cito1974 @wonderboomband @blvdhvnny @absinthe_band @el_cantante_trio TikTok - @cito1974 @wonderboomband @blvdhvnny YouTube - @WONDERboomBand @blvdhvnny

    On The Map PR founding director - Emily Cheung

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 34:47


    Emily Cheung - Australian founding director of specialised music publicity agency, On The Map PR - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Emily tells us how, after studying PR and journalism at university, she got a job at Sony Music as a coordinator, we hear about the various roles that Emily held at Sony Music Australia, how these roles gave Emily the foundation to start On The Map PR, and more about the role of a publicity agency within the industry. Website - www.onthemappr.com Instagram - @onthemappr Facebook - @otmPR

    California Calling with Joe Sib

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 28:32


    Joe Sib - an American stand-up comedian - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Joe explains that he started his career as a singer fronting bands such as WAX and 22 Jacks, before co-founding and running the record label SideOneDummy Records. After selling the label, he started doing stand-up comedy - which he has become “addicted” to… and he tells us about his show 'California Calling', which will have an upcoming run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Website - www.joesib.com Instagram - @joe_sib Facebook - @joesib22 TikTok - @joesibcomedy YouTube - @joesibcomedy

    Adam Howard and 'My Favourite Broadway'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 36:58


    Adam Howard - a South African based conductor, composer, arranger, producer, and musical director - joins us live in studio for this episode of Celeb Savant. Adam tells us how he started playing the trumpet at the age of 9, achieving his dream of playing the first trumpet in the German orchestra at the age of 22, his multi-faceted industry journey in South Africa and more about his latest production with Jonathan Roxmouth, My Favourite Broadway. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts in Johannesburg, South Africa. Website - www.howardaudio.co.za Instagram - @howard_audio @adamjhoward1973 Facebook - @HowardMusicSA TikTok - @adamhoward_sa YouTube - @howardmusic1

    Four decades of success - Dr Victor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 28:32


    Dr Victor - a South African Music Award-winning South African singer, songwriter, and producer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We dive into a successful four-decade journey in the entertainment industry, as Dr Victor tells us how he became known as a 'Dr', how he and the band CC Beat originally started out performing in clubs in the '80s, how changing the band's name to the Rasta Rebels and the song 'Give Me Hope Jo'Anna' was the catalyst for the next phase of his career, and about his latest music. website - www.drvictormusic.com Facebook - @drvictormusic Twitter - @drvictorlive YouTube - @DrVictorMusic

    Seasoned music industry professional - Gareth Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 42:04


    Gareth Wilson - a South African seasoned music industry professional - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear about his diverse journey in the industry, which includes being in the rock bands Southern Gypsey Queen and more recently Black Cat Bones, how he became the talent buyer for Oppikoppi and the business development manager for Southern and Eastern Africa for Virgin Music. This episode was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg, South Africa Instagram - @gwilly_jhb @theblackcatbones Facebook - @gareth.wilson.161 @TheBlackCatBones YouTube - @blackcatbones Apple Music - https://music.apple.com/za/artist/the-black-cat-bones/659586030 Spotify - https://shrtlink.ai/VeK0

    Introducing Sofia Gillani

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 13:22


    Sofia Gillani - a British singer, songwriter, and producer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Sofia explains that she released her first single at 12, how releasing music professionally at such a young age has helped improve her craft, her creative process, and more. Instagram - @sofia.aneesa.gillani Facebook - @sofiaaneesagillani Twitter - @sofia_gillani TikTok - @sofiaaneesagillanimusic

    Music industry powerhouse - Trina Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 31:27


    Trina Smith - a British music consultant, producer, and artist manager - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. As a music industry powerhouse, we hear how when she started, Trina went against industry standards when managing artists. She unpacks how the industry, in general, is one where people step on each other rather than lift each other up, and about her roles in the agencies she co- owns - Electric Pineapple Media and founded - Sourcery Collective. Website - www.epmg.co.uk Instagram - @itstrinasmith @sourcerycollective @electricpineapplemedia

    Picking up the sticks with Nic Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 33:18


    Nic Collins - an American drummer, songwriter, musician and member of the band Better Strangers - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Nic explains how being in a famous family (his father is Phil Collins) inspired him to follow a similar path. We discuss the behind-the-scenes of the music industry, his band Better Strangers, and his experience of touring as a drummer with artists like Mike and The Mechanics and Genesis. Instagram - @nic_collins @betterstrangers.wav Facebook - @bttrstrngrs Twitter - @nic_collins21 @bttr_strngrs TikTok - @_nic_collins_ @betterstrangers.wav YouTube - @Nic_collins @BetterStrangers

    SAFTA Award-winning Lorcia Cooper Kumalo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 31:38


    Lorcia Cooper Kumalo - a South African dancer, choreographer, dance teacher, presenter, and SAFTA Award-winning actress - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Lorcia explains how she was pushed into dancing as a child, and how she was forced by choreographer Adele Blank to audition for the television series Backstage. We dive into the world of dance and acting, and find out more about her latest project on Showmax - Breekpunt. Instagram - @lorcia1cooper Facebook -@lorcia.cooper.1 TikTok - @lorciacooper1

    Ryan Edwards - CEO of Audoo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 34:01


    Ryan Edwards - British CEO of the music technology company Audoo - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Ryan explains how he was part of a successful band, The Lines, that was dropped from their label. He then worked in the world of Fintech. Six years ago he heard his band's song while in a mall, and it sparked a conversation with his wife regarding royalties, which ultimately led to him building the multi-award-winning music technology company, Audoo. Website - www.audoo.com Instagram - @audoohq Facebook - @audoohq Twitter - @audoohq YouTube - @audoohq LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/audoo/

    On the way to becoming an International Superstar - Mimi Webb

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 19:13


    Mimi Webb - a British singer, songwriter, and artist who is on her way to international superstardom - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Mimi explains that she was signed to Epic Records at the age of 18 after only two demos, how she blew up on TikTok during lockdown... which helped catapult her career, and we hear more about her latest music, which includes her second album 'Confessions' and the collaboration with Meghan Trainor - 'Mind Reader' Website - www.mimiwebb.com Instagram - @mimiiiwebb Facebook - @mimiiiwebb Twitter - @mimiwebb TikTok - @mimiwebb_ YouTube - @MimiWebb

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